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November 1, 2024
Early Voting, Döner Kebabs, and TV for Toddlers
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Explainer
How Much Does Early Voting Tell Us About Who Will Be President?
More Republicans are voting early than in the past. That doesn't mean Trump will win.
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In the Zeitgeist
How I Survived Rodney Alcala, 'The Dating Game' Killer
Decades after escaping the the man depicted in "Woman of the Hour," I visited him in prison in search of an answer.
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Is Depression Contagious?
The science about whether mental health conditions can spread socially is uncertain, but exposure to an affected peer can drive awareness.
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Joshua Cohen
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A Rock-Star Researcher Spun a Web of Lies—and Nearly Got Away With It
Jonathan Pruitt was prolific, influential, and charming. Then academic sleuths started poking around.
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Whose Döner Kebab? Why the Beloved Late-Night Snack Is at the Centre of a Meat-Fuelled Food Fight
With the Turkish government asking to have the döner kebab recognised as a Turkish specialty, everyone's favourite late-night snack is the big topic of discussion in Germany right now.
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Ute Junker
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Essay
Daylighting a Brook in the Bronx
An ode to an underground waterway and the restorative effort to unbury it.
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Good Eats
The Best Mushroom Recipes, According to Eater Staff
Make risotto, soup, pasta, and even bloody marys using your favorite mushrooms.
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Squeaky Clean
Dentists on 22 Quick, Easy Ways to Care for Your Teeth
When's the best time to use mouthwash? Are interdental brushes better than floss? And should you scrape your tongue? Here's the full lowdown on how to avoid decay and protect your gums.
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Sarah Phillips
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Parenting
15 Low-Key Shows for Toddlers That Won't Overstimulate Them
Low stimulation content emphasizes educational and emotionally-appropriate content while minimizing highly energized or loud dialogue, noises, and colors.
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Just Because
Everyone Should Start Counting Spiders
Our collective arachnid aversion could be causing us to overlook something even scarier: Spiders may be disappearing.
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An Honorable Assassin
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Right on Cue
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A Hummingbird Christmas
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The Sleeping Girls
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When a teenage girl goes missing, Detective Ellie Reeves finds an unsettling connection to a case from a decade before. Is it the recently released killer… or someone else entirely? A twisty, edge-of-your-seat 2024 release from a USA Today bestselling author.
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The Chartreuse Clue
The Chartreuse Clue
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Bishop Francis Regan and his assistant, former cop David Goldman, investigate the murder of a young teacher — and the long list of suspects, including the victim’s own family. A series starter!
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Loretta has a perfect plan for her future, and it doesn’t include children. But when a complete stranger asks her to watch six-year-old Phoebe for a moment — and then never returns — her life changes forever… “The perfect mix of funny, poignant, and heartwarming” (Good Housekeeping).
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The Journey to the West: Volume I
By Anthony C. Yu, Ed.
The first volume in a classic 16th-century Chinese epic: This rich allegory tells the story of the monk Xuanzang’s pilgrimage in search of Buddhist scriptures. Accompanied by his three supernatural disciples, Xuanzang fights demons, communes with spirits, and faces incredible obstacles. A legendary fantasy!
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That Churchill Woman
That Churchill Woman
By Stephanie Barron
“An immense accomplishment from a seasoned author” (New York Times bestselling author Lauren Willig): When spirited American heiress Jennie Jerome moves to Victorian England, her whirlwind life will shape history… Uncover the scandalous story of Winston Churchill’s mother in this “absorbing” novel (Booklist).
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Blue Fire
Blue Fire
By John Gilstrap
A standalone in a series that’s “a nonstop roller coaster of suspense” (Jeffery Deaver): After a cataclysmic conflict threatens the globe, former congressional representative Victoria Emerson must race to save her small Appalachian town — but she’ll soon face powerful enemies… From an author whose work “snaps with action from the very first page” (Marc Cameron).
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Bride
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis: The peacekeeping marriage between Vampyre bride Misery Lark and Were Alpha Lowe Moreland leads to a dangerous and all-consuming desire… “Passionate and witty and primal” (Nalini Singh), with over 137,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!
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Mistletoe Kisses
Mistletoe Kisses
By Nana Malone
Eight years ago, Linc kissed Nomi — and then Nomi ran away. Now she’s back in her small Virginia hometown, and the brooding billionaire is determined to convince her to stay… The first book in a Christmas romance series from a USA Today bestselling author!
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Almost Perfect
Almost Perfect
By Claire Cain
Rancher Wyatt longs for a simple, quiet life — something unfamiliar to Callaway, a pop artist with a bad reputation. But when the beautiful star decides to hide from the tabloids on his property, the opposites can’t fight their serious attraction…
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Machine Learning
Machine Learning
By Hugh Howey
“Taut and immersive” writing (Publishers Weekly) from the New York Times bestselling author of Wool: This “thoroughly engaging collection” of stories (Kirkus Reviews) explores artificial intelligence, android relationships, parallel universes, and more.
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Kingdom of Embers
Kingdom of Embers
By Tricia Copeland
Vampire-witch hybrid Alena is stunned when she runs into the real-life version of her childhood imaginary friend — and he recognizes her! Together, they embark on a journey to unravel the mystery of their past and save her people. First in a spellbinding series that’s perfect for fans of The Vampire Diaries.
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Blue Skies
Blue Skies
By T.C. Boyle
From “one of the most exciting and intelligent storytellers in the United States” (The Washington Post) comes another “brilliantly imaginative” satire (Annie Proulx). When a young woman loses her pet python in Florida, the accident sets off a chain of increasingly outrageous consequences!
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Beach Music
By Pat Conroy
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After the People Lights Have Gone Off
After the People Lights Have Gone Off
By Stephen Graham Jones
In this bone-chilling collection, the New York Times bestselling and Bram Stoker Award–winning author of The Only Good Indians delivers 15 nightmare-inducing tales that will keep you turning pages. “Jones is a true master of the horror short story” (Jonathan Maberry).
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A Whisper in the Dark
A Whisper in the Dark
By Linda Castillo
From a New York Times bestselling author who pens “chilling, fast-paced, riveting” reads (Library Journal): Bookseller Julia is hiding a secret — and now a stalker is sending her chilling letters. Can tormented ex-cop John protect the vulnerable beauty he’s starting to fall for?
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Second Edition
Second Edition
By Cleo White
After Josephine loses her virginity in an unforgettable one-night stand with a sexy French librarian, they reunite in an isolated French château! When Jo turns out to be single dad Ellis’s new nanny, they come up with a list of rules to define the six sizzling months they’ll spend together… A white-hot recent release.
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Prince Charming
Prince Charming
By Julie Garwood
From a New York Times bestselling author comes a timeless romance about a young Englishwoman who marries a Montana rancher — and finds love on the western frontier! “Memorable… Guaranteed to keep the pages turning” (Booklist), with over 6,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.
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Picking Up the Gauntlet
Picking Up the Gauntlet
By Elizabeth Rose
When strong-willed Lady Raven Blake discovers her father has created a tournament in which noblemen fight for her hand in marriage, she persuades her skilled, sexy bodyguard Jonathon Armstrong to help her thwart his plan!
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Too Good to Be True
Too Good to Be True
By Carola Lovering
“A head-spinningly devious plot [with] a plethora of twists… Psychological thriller fans will keep turning the pages to see what happens next” (Publishers Weekly). When Skye receives a marriage proposal from her boyfriend, Burke, she couldn’t be happier — but as their wedding date nears, she discovers a shocking world of deception.
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Mafia Prince
Mafia Prince
By Vi Carter
As the heir to his father’s powerful crime family, Jack O’Reagan has always resisted his attraction to innocent, forbidden Maeve Reilly — but when she begs him for help, he names his price: a night of utter submission in his bed… A dark, erotic romance with over 1,400 five-star ratings on Amazon.
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I Sold Andy Warhol. (Too Soon)
I Sold Andy Warhol. (Too Soon)
By Richard Polsky
If Richard Polsky had waited two years to auction off his Warhol masterpiece, it would have sold for millions! Polsky illuminates the art world’s shift to high-dollar deals and wealthy buyers in this “fun insider’s look at the excesses and intrigue of the contemporary art market” that’s “as informative as it is engaging” (Kirkus Reviews).
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My Brother the Killer
My Brother the Killer
By Alix Sharkey
Alix and Stuart Sharkey endured a difficult childhood in England — but their paths diverged when one became a journalist and the other was incarcerated in a notorious prison. How did Stuart become a killer? “Offers an intimate, thought-provoking meditation on how his brother’s childhood and adolescence affected his later actions” (Library Journal).
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Keeping the Faith
Keeping the Faith
By Brenda Wineapple
“History at its most delicious” (The New York Times Book Review): In 1925, the sensational Scopes trial captivated the nation — and exposed the deep political and religious divisions that continue to shape our society. This new release is “a terrific story about a pivotal moment in our history” (Ken Burns).
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Reconstruction After the Civil War
Reconstruction After the Civil War
By John Hope Franklin
From a New York Times bestselling author hailed as “one of the preeminent historians of his time” (US News & World Report): This landmark study of the post–Civil War era “tells an old story in a new light… and provides a sorely needed restatement of what scholars now know about Reconstruction” (The New York Times).
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The Scandalous Hamiltons
The Scandalous Hamiltons
By Bill Shaffer
The true story of a Gilded Age scandal: After Alexander Hamilton’s great-grandson met a woman in a brothel, she duped him into marriage using a trafficked infant — and wound up in prison for attempted murder. “If legal thriller star John Grisham thought up [this] story one morning, by lunch he would have abandoned the idea as too far-fetched” (Booklist).
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Acrylics for the Absolute Beginner
Acrylics for the Absolute Beginner
By Charles Evans
If you’re new to painting, this guide from a working artist is a must-read! Includes simple, step-by-step instructions to get you started, plus 12 outline drawings and six art projects you’ll love creating. With over 900 five-star ratings on Amazon.
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Blandings Castle
Blandings Castle
By P. G. Wodehouse
From a New York Times bestselling author hailed as “the funniest writer ever to have put words on paper” (Hugh Laurie): Welcome to the wacky world of Blandings Castle — where it’s one hilarious predicament after another for eccentric Lord Emsworth and the estate’s colorful community. A riotous short story collection!
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Guarding His Secret Son
Guarding His Secret Son
By Laura Scott
Inspirational romantic suspense from a USA Today bestselling author! Chief Deputy Garrett Nichols has just discovered he’s a father — and the mother of his infant son has been murdered. Now on the run with baby Micah and midwife Liz, can Garrett protect them all from the killer on their trail?
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Times and Seasons
Times and Seasons
By Beverly LaHaye and Terri Blackstock
After her teenage son is arrested, single mom Cathy turns to her friends in her close-knit neighborhood for support. Can they help her through the challenging year ahead? An “excellent” novel (Library Journal) that brims with faith.
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All That Heaven Allows
All That Heaven Allows
By Mark Griffin
This “informative piece of scholarship” (Publishers Weekly) paints a nuanced portrait of Rock Hudson — the acclaimed yet misunderstood Hollywood star whose secret relationships and eventual AIDS diagnosis brought international attention to the long-ignored epidemic.
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The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen Cookie Lover's Cookbook
The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen Cookie Lover’s Cookbook
By Good Housekeeping
What’s more comforting than a warm, freshly baked cookie? This cookbook from Good Housekeeping is chock-full of triple-tested recipes for mouthwatering cookies of all kinds — alongside a plethora of expert tips. “An exceptionally useful baking reference” (Booklist).
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It's Not What You Say, It's How You Say It
It’s Not What You Say, It’s How You Say It
By Joan Detz
How do the best orators captivate an audience? A professional speaking coach offers “proven tips, suggestions, and guidance… to help readers develop confidence and skill for any public speaking occasion” (Library Journal), from sales pitches to panel discussions.
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Imagine the God of Heaven
Imagine the God of Heaven
By John Burke
From the New York Times bestselling author of Imagine Heaven: What image of God will you see in Heaven? This comforting book draws from over 1,000 near-death experiences to illuminate a loving, inspiring God. “A masterpiece… You won’t want to miss this vitally important book!” (Jeffrey Long).
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Otherlands
Otherlands
By Thomas Halliday
“Magnificent” (Publishers Weekly): Through the examination of 16 fossil sites, this kaleidoscopic read shows us what Earth has looked like across the ages. “A verbal feast… You feel like you are there on the Mammoth Steppe, some 20,000 years ago, as frigid winds blow off the glacial front” (Scientific American).
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Deliver Me from Negative Self-Talk: Expanded Edition
Deliver Me from Negative Self-Talk: Expanded Edition
By Lynn R. Davis
Are you constantly doubting yourself? Learn to stop negative self-talk, embrace God’s love, and transform your life through exercises based in Scripture.
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The Maxwell Bride Series: Books 6–10
The Maxwell Bride Series: Books 6–10
By Krissyann Granger
In the rugged American West, love and adventure go hand in hand — but sometimes you have to fight for your happily ever after. A captivating box set of historical romances set in Montana, featuring strong heroes and the women who love them!
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